Jonny and the cake Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 "Could you, could you come back? Come back together Put yourself on my back And say it's forever Could you, could you come home? Come home forever Your shoulders knees and your back Will keep us together 'Cause you're the one I love You're the one I love You're the one I love Ahhhh, ahhhh Could you, could you come on? Could you tell me whatever? Tie yourself to a mast? It's now or it's never Gonna tear us apart Tell me forever It's gonna tear us apart Keep us together You're the one I love You're the one I love Ahhh, ahhh You're the one I love You're the one I love You're the one I love You're the one I love" I don't get why some people, being right, say that the lyrics are rubbish but don't have any problems with songs such One I Love, which lyrics are one of the worst lyrics chris ever wrote, but no one seems to have problems with it. Guys, open up your eyes, it's not the first time that Chris, or anyone else for the matter, writes shit lyrics, I think that lyrics are being Coldplay's weak point since 1998 so, don't look surprised as if it's the first time that this happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 15, 2014 Author Share Posted March 15, 2014 For me it's not just the lyrics, it a combination of things that makes me dislike the song. And the One I Love lyrics may be simple as well, at least they don't suck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taliaa Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I really hated a few of the lyrics on glass of water. That's when it all stared for me. Then etiaw just made me embarrassed. Paradise was also bad but I think it worked with the song and i didn't mind as much. Magic is pretty poor but once you fall in love with the sounds the lyrics don't matter as much. I remember reading Chris' family have him shit for his early lyrics on Parachutes. Wonder what they are saying now. Lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobalt Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 "Could you, could you come back? Come back together Put yourself on my back And say it's forever Could you, could you come home? Come home forever Your shoulders knees and your back Will keep us together 'Cause you're the one I love You're the one I love You're the one I love Ahhhh, ahhhh Could you, could you come on? Could you tell me whatever? Tie yourself to a mast? It's now or it's never Gonna tear us apart Tell me forever It's gonna tear us apart Keep us together You're the one I love You're the one I love Ahhh, ahhh You're the one I love You're the one I love You're the one I love You're the one I love" I don't get why some people, being right, say that the lyrics are rubbish but don't have any problems with songs such One I Love, which lyrics are one of the worst lyrics chris ever wrote, but no one seems to have problems with it. Guys, open up your eyes, it's not the first time that Chris, or anyone else for the matter, writes shit lyrics, I think that lyrics are being Coldplay's weak point since 1998 so, don't look surprised as if it's the first time that this happens. Pull a well-loved album track as an example, then people will talk about it. I agree that lyrics do seem to be a constant weak point but usually in stunning cases of it the rest of the song has problems too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jedi Leo Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 And the One I Love lyrics may be simple as well, at least they don't suck. They are both love songs, simple love songs so the lyrics are incredibly similar. Of the two if I had to pick I´d pick Another, because I like parts like "your body on my body" or that fact that using the simple concept of "another´s arms" in a few words you can have a full understanding of the longing this person feels and how no one else can replace that special one, in fact to the point that any other´s arms are "torture to me". I loved this part a lot, very intense. So yeah I guess like everything ppl see different things in lyrics. I think that lyrics are being Coldplay's weak point since 1998 so, don't look surprised as if it's the first time that this happens. Chris is very much aware of this! hehe But I think that you can´t have everything I suppose! Chris is a master songwriter, writes tunes half the musical world envies! So yeah maybe he is strong in music and weak in lyrics, but personally it never bothered me and I actually find he can come up with beautiful metaphors (like "rose bursting through the concrete"). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durk Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Well...it's no "and the bullets catch in her teeth." ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kmm1482 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Everyone who keeps saying these lyrics are the same as every other is wrong. At least with the other simple songs, they were subtle and sweet. They weren't as blunt and straightforward. People mistake repetition with bad lyrics. In the context of a song, it works. "Late night watching TV... Your body on my body" just simply doesn't work. It doesn't get you to use your own emotion and imagination. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durk Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I disagree from the perspective that it tells a story we can all relate to. The narrative off the top - late night tv- body- we've all done that- sets the stage and draws you in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasoKnight Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I think Chris typically embarrasses himself when he tries to be clever. His metaphorical range is that of a high schooler. Straightforward lyrics at least carry more meaning than cliche. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durk Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I can't get Magic lyrics out of my head today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobabe Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I think once the studio version comes out, everyone's gonna like this a lot more. The live version fails in that the vocals are mixed so low. If there's a lot of effort from the producer's which I'm sure there will be as well. I'm sure the the reverb will give Martin's voice so much presence in the track. Which that's what's lacking and making his voice sound weak here...or lazy ..as someone put it. As far the live version we're hearing, it was a failure of the sound techs. Or in how they recorded/streamed it, possibly. Anyway, I would hope they would have it mixed much louder in the studio version. I can tell I start liking the song much more towards the end..when the vocals start getting louder...then the song just sorta..popped. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Nails Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I think he just writes the lyrics down as they come to him and doesn't change much because it's how the song is 'meant to be'. Sounds like a strong argument but unfortunately it doesn't always turn out that well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durk Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I think once the studio version comes out, everyone's gonna like this a lot more. The live version fails in that the vocals are mixed so low. If there's a lot of effort from the producer's which I'm sure there will be as well. I'm sure the the reverb will give Martin's voice so much presence in the track. Which that's what's lacking and making his voice sound weak here...or lazy ..as someone put it. As far the live version we're hearing, it was a failure of the sound techs. Or in how they recorded/streamed it, possibly. Anyway, I would hope they would have it mixed much louder in the studio version. I can tell I start liking the song much more towards the end..when the vocals start getting louder...then the song just sorta..popped. :) Yeah I think the studio version will be amazing. You can tell they struggled with it live in the same way they struggled - or rather Chris did - with getting vocals right when they first started playing the sing VLV live. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonnyGuitarGenius Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 It reminds me of PoC the first time we heard it, I don't know why. I just hope that they don't ruin it with Miley Cyrus singing the vocals or something like that. :D just when I thought that there couldn't be a worse duet partner than Rihanna in the future (they'll unlikely ask her again), but of course I forgot Miley. Oh no, no I'm scared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 I really like this song, the best so far from Ghost Stories. The lyrics could've been less "cheesy" though, so 8/10 :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vrgadam Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 :D just when I thought that there couldn't be a worse duet partner than Rihanna in the future (they'll unlikely ask her again), but of course I forgot Miley. Oh no, no I'm scared. I doubt this is going to be a duet. Back then with Princess of China, that song was first played at a private concert, if I remember correctly. This time I don't think they will make such an important decision after debuting the song at itunes festival, streamed live for millions of people. That would be lame. And I don't really see how this could turn out as a duet, anyway (so no Miley for you, fortunately). I really like the song, btw, best from Ghost Stories so far (anything with a guitar solo is an instant favourite for me these days) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durk Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 More like Enya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnolia Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 I thought Enya at first too. I think she also sounds like Katherine Jenkins - Abigail's Song from a Dr. Who xmas special. I really like the song, and think the album version will be much better. Looks like it was difficult for them live, but hope they work on it and keep it in the live shows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonnyGuitarGenius Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 Yeah, this isn't the type of song that Miley would ne great at but then again no Coldplay song would fit her style and I'm pretty sure the guys aren't that stupid to want her sing duet but you never know because Rihanna was unexpected and it still happened, but I'm not trying to assume the worst. Enya would be great :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 17, 2014 Author Share Posted March 17, 2014 Enya would be great :) Kate Bush would be greater ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonnyGuitarGenius Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 True :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 18, 2014 Author Share Posted March 18, 2014 18 March 2014 / submitted by Jordan, United States of America Q. Hello Oracle, I've been listening to Another's Arms, and I love it, but something about it seems like it could possibly be a duet. I remember seeing a video of Princess of China being performed before the release with Chris also doing Rihanna's part. Could I be right that the song is a duet and they're keeping a secret until the album drops? THE ORACLE REPLIES > If the band were keeping it a secret until release date, I wouldn't be much of a secret keeper if I told you now would I? I know there is bound to be a lot of speculation surrounding Ghost Stories but you (hopefully) know me well enough to know that I can't give much away. That said, no - it's not a duet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durk Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 Thank God. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strawberry Swinger Posted March 19, 2014 Share Posted March 19, 2014 Got to admit I am starting to like this song more and starting to like Always in my head less,when it was the other way round. Weird... Still not crazy about either of them though. And the lyrics are really lame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nature Posted March 19, 2014 Share Posted March 19, 2014 18 March 2014 / submitted by Jordan, United States of America[/color] That said, no - it's not a duet. Yeah duuuuuuuhhhhhhh ofcourse not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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